Greece, central banks, jobless claims in focus

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A deal between Greek political leaders over austerity measures has been reached, according to media reports.

The Bank of England increased the size of its asset-purchase program by a further 50 billion pounds ($79.2 billion), or more than 20% of the U.K.’s annual gross domestic product.

The European Central Bank, meanwhile, offered no surprises and held steady on its key lending rate. A press conference with ECB President Mario Draghi will likely shed further light on the central bank’s thinking.

Elsewhere, U.S. jobless claims dropped by 15,000 to 358,000 in the week ended Feb. 4, the Labor Department said.

Indications: U.S. stock futures rise; ECB, Greece in focus

Economic Report: China inflation heats up, casting doubt on policy

China’s consumer prices rose at a faster-than-expected rate in January, as food prices surged ahead of the Lunar New Year — sparking debate over what the numbers are really saying. Economic Report: China

Europe Markets: ECB, Greek optimism boost Europe stocks

European stock markets moved higher on news of a deal for Greece. European Markets

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